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For The Love Of Rugby

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Rugby
Six Nations
England Rugby
England
Wales
Rugby World Cup
France
British and Irish Lions
Ireland
Scotland
Australia
Investec Champions Cup
Leicester Tigers
Italy
Women's Six Nations
Lions
Northampton Saints
Lions Tour
South Africa
New Zealand

England's most capped men love rugby. Ben Youngs and Dan Cole review the biggest games and chat to the biggest names in their favourite sport. They spent 20 years together at Leicester Tigers, toured together for the British & Irish Lions and now podcast together every Monday and Thursday.

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The second action-packed round of the Nations Championship has concluded and Ben Youngs and Dan Cole are here to analyse the games.

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England return to winning ways after a convincing 73-8 rout of Fiji in Liverpool's Hill Dickinson Stadium in round two of the Nations Championship, with Henry Pollock grabbing a hat-trick.

Dan Cole and Ben Youngs are podcasting from the stadium in t... more

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Steve Borthwick has rung the changes as England Rugby face Fiji in round two of the Nations Championship at Everton's Hill Dickinson Stadium in Liverpool.

Henry Slade starts at 13, shifting Tommy Freeman to his preferred position on the wing. Guy Pe... more

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England are searching for answers after another disappointing defeat. Ben Youngs and Dan Cole ask the big question: is Steve Borthwick under real pressure, and what needs to change?

The lads also preview England's must-win clash with Fiji, break dow... more

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Recent Guests

Fin Smith
Northampton Saints fly-half, match winner contributor
Northampton Saints
Episode: Northampton Saints Win The PREM! ft. Henry Pollock, Fin Smith & George Furbank
George Furbank
Northampton Saints fullback, team captain approaching departure
Northampton Saints
Episode: Northampton Saints Win The PREM! ft. Henry Pollock, Fin Smith & George Furbank
Henry Pollock
Saints back-row player, England setup member
Northampton Saints
Episode: Henry Pollock Previews PREM Final: Saints Brotherhood, Attacking Mindset & Olivia Dean
Curtis Langdon
Saints hooker/forward, England pathway player
Northampton Saints
Episode: Henry Pollock Previews PREM Final: Saints Brotherhood, Attacking Mindset & Olivia Dean
Sam Vesty
Head coach/attack advisor at Northampton Saints
Northampton Saints
Episode: Henry Pollock Previews PREM Final: Saints Brotherhood, Attacking Mindset & Olivia Dean
Tom Willis
England-bound lock, Bordeaux-bound this season
Bordeaux (club)
Episode: Rugby Awards Special ft. Tom Willis, Meg Jones, Ben Earl & More!
Meg Jones
Captain of the Red Roses, key leader for the national team
England Women's Rugby
Episode: Rugby Awards Special ft. Tom Willis, Meg Jones, Ben Earl & More!
Ben Earl
England flanker, key back-row player
England, Bath/Sarri's connection
Episode: Rugby Awards Special ft. Tom Willis, Meg Jones, Ben Earl & More!
Noah Caluori
England winger, Breakthrough/Young Player of the Year nominee
Saracens/Bath (team history)
Episode: Rugby Awards Special ft. Tom Willis, Meg Jones, Ben Earl & More!

Hosts

Ben Youngs
Host of the show, former England scrum-half
Dan Cole
Co-host of the show, former England prop
Shaunagh Brown
Co-host of the show, former England rugby player
Ruby Tui
Host of For The Love Of Rugby, former England/NZ rugby players and current podcaster

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.8k ratings
  • Great podcast

    Brilliant insight into the thoughts of two experienced ex players.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    loubo
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Too many ads

    Used to love the pod. Chemistry between Dan and Ben is still fantastic, but the constant ads and sponsored content have taken the magic away, so it doesn’t feel like a genuine chat between mates anymore.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    ArturoReynaldo322
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • For the Love of these Blokes!

    Great show. Big fan of Coley and Ben’s takes on the game, tactics, plays etc. Also of course the accents, banter, guests on the show and taking the piss out of THE Freddie Burns in any way or shape possible.

    From a South African, massive Springbok fan - I can recommend this.

    Good on you boys💪🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AJ_Meyer
    South Africa4 months ago
  • Insightful

    It’s a good podcast, balanced views with a back and forward with insightful interviews.

    Particularly in the England v Italy review… Coley highlight that the style of play that wins world cups, is the grunt with a little bit of flare and minimal tries.

    Which is probably key to why, 6 nation teams haven’t won as many as the southern hemisphere teams as the don’t tend to chuck the ball around.

    And whilst the style England play is deemed boring, kicking and safe, ultimately it’s clearly working ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    scoo132
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Unreal analysis

    Probs the best detailed rugby pod (and i listen to loads!) giving actual analysis not designed for someone who has no idea about the game - with their latest one showing they arent afraid to roll up the sleeves and get into disagreements and the hard convo

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hansoooooon
    United Kingdom4 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Two-solid hosts delivering insightful rugby analysis with strong guest lineup
Longtime fans praise the chemistry between hosts and guests, though some critique ad load and pacing
Frequent sponsor reads can be off-putting for some listeners
Fast, timely takes on big rugby news and live events are a key strength

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#4
United States/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#191
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#3
Canada/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#3
United Kingdom/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#21
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#1
Germany/Sports/Rugby

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Unstoppable Force Coming For England | Springbok Deep Dive with Kitshoff & Nyakane
Q: What makes this England team different from previous years and how are the Springboks preparing to counter them?
The guests describe England as unpredictable but formidable, with a mix of direct power and backline skill; the Springboks plan to study England's tendencies while staying true to their own strengths, using depth and adaptability to exploit mismatches and maintain control of the game.
Rugby Awards Special ft. Tom Willis, Meg Jones, Ben Earl & More!
Q: What makes the playoff weekends so crucial for the teams involved?
The coaches emphasize balance between keeping nerves down and maximizing performance, with the objective of producing two strong weeks in a row to advance, requiring execution under pressure and minimising mistakes.
Jamie George, Ejector Seats & A Couple's Massage: The Road to Bilbao Begins
Q: What do you think the score will be for the Leinster vs Bordeaux final?
I forecast 32-26 in favor of Leinster, with a hopeful try from James Ryan and a Doris score, though Bordeaux will push hard with Jalabair and Luku.
Emma Wassell: Comeback Kid | Women’s Six Nations Round 2
Q: How did the documentary come about and what did it mean for your recovery?
The documentary emerged from conversations with Scottish Rugby about sharing an empowering story of resilience; it became a healing process for Emma to relive and publicly acknowledge her journey, with sponsorship support enabling the project.
Courtney Lawes: Unfinished Business 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
Q: How did you find the transition to France and did it change how you want to play?
The experience sharpened his adaptability and tactical understanding, helping him blend English and French styles, and improving his ground work and offloading.

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What is For The Love Of Rugby about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two long-time rugby teammates host candid conversations that mix sharp game analysis with behind-the-scenes banter from the professional rugby world. Episodes commonly feature in-depth discussions of major domestic and European competitions, previews and post-match takes, and interviews with current and former players who share career anecdotes, training culture, leadership, and the realities of life as a top-level rugby athlete. A notable pattern is the quick turnaround on timely rugby topics, plus occasional live shows and sponsorship-driven segments, which can provide fans with timely insights and a sense of community around the sport. The format tends to blend tactical insights with lively camaraderie, making it appealing to listeners w... more

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2. George Furbank
3. Henry Pollock
4. Curtis Langdon
5. Sam Vesty
6. Tom Willis
7. Meg Jones
8. Ben Earl

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